The "Edge of Glory" singer opted to skip out on the red carpet, inside going directly to the backstage area and her prime seat at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

In what was a rather low-key year for Gaga, she was still nominated for one of the most highly anticipated awards of the night while up for Album of the Year for 'Born This Way'.

The Mother Monster, who spent much of time time mingling with Sir Paul McCartney and other music legends, was also in the running for Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Pop Vocal Album honors - all three of which she lost out to Adele.

Enjoy the pictures of Lady Gaga at the 2012 GRAMMY Awards (February 12).